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Former Pakistani cricketers have sharply criticised Haris Rauf’s costly performance in the Asia Cup final against India, where he conceded 50 runs in four overs. Veterans questioned his death-over bowling and captain Salman Ali Agha’s decision to bring him on during a crucial phase, which ultimately shifted momentum firmly towards India.

Shivam Dube's crucial 33 not out and economical bowling in the Asia Cup final against Pakistan drew accolades from his former coach, Satish Samant. Samant praised Dube's journey, natural six-hitting ability, and dedication, attributing his success to hard work and the team management's unwavering faith. Dube's vital contribution filled the void left by Hardik Pandya's absence.

ACC President Mohsin Naqvi ignited a major controversy after the Indian team refused to accept the Asia Cup trophy from him, citing his anti-India stance. Naqvi subsequently left with the trophy, denying India their traditional celebration. This incident follows his provocative social media posts and PCB's earlier threats to withdraw from the tournament, escalating tensions.

India's Asia Cup 2025 victory was marred by ACC President Mohsin Naqvi's refusal to present the trophy, leading to a protracted standoff. India declined to accept from him, and Naqvi blocked alternative presenters. The controversy escalated with Naqvi's politicised tweet to PM Modi, drawing widespread condemnation for disrespecting the sport and champions.

India skipper Suryakumar Yadav criticised the Asian Cricket Council for denying his team the Asia Cup 2025 trophy despite a hard-fought triumph over Pakistan in the final. Calling his teammates the “real trophies,” he stressed the significance of the win while dismissing concerns over his form. In a heartfelt gesture, Suryakumar announced he would donate his match fees to the Indian armed forces.

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan voiced concerns over Suryakumar Yadav’s struggling batting form ahead of the Asia Cup 2025 final, noting his disappointing international performance despite a strong IPL season. Pathan highlighted Suryakumar's repeated dismissals while attempting the sweep shot, suggesting his batting rhythm directly impacts his captaincy and advising a more straightforward approach to regain form.

Indian opener Abhishek Sharma is on the verge of shattering T20I records held by Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Mohammed Rizwan as India prepares for the Asia Cup final. With 309 runs in the tournament, he needs just 11 more to surpass Kohli's record and 23 to break Phil Salt's. He has also equaled a record for consecutive 30-plus scores.

Indian cricketers Rinku Singh, Arshdeep Singh, and Jitesh Sharma shared a fun moment after India's Super Over win against Sri Lanka. Rinku playfully teased Arshdeep about his match-winning two wickets in the Super Over, recreating a viral reel. India, now clear favourites, will face Pakistan in the Asia Cup final.

Kuldeep Yadav etched his name in Asia Cup history, securing a record 13 wickets in six innings during the 2025 T20 edition with an impressive economy rate. His consistent spin and crucial breakthroughs proved instrumental for India, guiding them through tough matches. This landmark performance now bolsters India's confidence as they head into the final against Pakistan.

Sanju Samson has now become India's leading T20I wicketkeeper in terms of sixes, surpassing MS Dhoni's record with 55 maximums. Despite adapting to different batting positions, he showcased his destructive power, contributing a vital 39 runs against Sri Lanka. His consistent ability to clear boundaries and adaptability make him a crucial asset for India's upcoming Asia Cup final.

India's batting posted a significant total against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup Super Fours. The team scored 202 for 5, establishing the highest total in Asia Cup 2025 so far. Abhishek Sharma contributed 61 runs, with Tilak Varma remaining unbeaten on 49. India became the first side to breach the 200-run mark in this tournament.

Sri Lanka mounted a spirited chase against India, reaching 157/2 in 15 overs while pursuing 203. Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera built a crucial 127-run partnership. Nissanka recorded his fifth T20 Asia Cup fifty, surpassing Virat Kohli's record for most 50-plus scores and setting a new record for the biggest partnership in the tournament.

Pathum Nissanka’s maiden T20I century (107 off 58) went in vain as India overcame Sri Lanka in a dramatic Super Over to maintain their unbeaten run in the Asia Cup. Earlier, Abhishek Sharma (61) and Sanju Samson (39) powered India to 202/5, the tournament’s highest total, before Sri Lanka’s late push dragged the contest into a tense finish.

Abhishek Bachchan humorously reacted after Shoaib Akhtar mistakenly referred to cricketer Abhishek Sharma as the actor during a live show discussing the India-Pakistan Asia Cup final. Akhtar's on-air blooper left panellists in splits, prompting Bachchan's witty reply on X, stating even he couldn't get out. This viral moment blended cricket and Bollywood ahead of the highly anticipated final.

India made two changes for their final Super Fours fixture against Sri Lanka, resting pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and all-rounder Shivam Dube, with Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana drafted in. This match holds no significance in terms of qualification for India, who have already secured their spot in the Asia Cup final against Pakistan. Skipper Suryakumar Yadav emphasized the need for fielding improvements.

Shivam Dube's resurgence as a valuable all-rounder has been a key factor in India's recent T20I success, remaining undefeated in 35 matches where he's featured since December 2019. Initially known for his big-hitting, Dube has now impressed with his bowling, particularly in the Asia Cup.

Pakistan clinched a spot in the Asia Cup final against India after a narrow 11-run victory over Bangladesh in Dubai. Pakistan's bowlers, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf, restricted Bangladesh to 124-9, securing the win. This sets up a highly anticipated final clash between the arch-rivals, marking their first-ever Asia Cup final encounter.

Pakistan's coach, Mike Hesson, has urged his team to concentrate on cricket ahead of their historic Asia Cup final against India, despite recent controversies and heightened tensions. India has dominated recent encounters, winning both matches in the tournament and holding a seven-match winning streak against Pakistan.

Pakistan clinched a narrow 11-run victory against Bangladesh in a Super 4s Asia Cup match, securing their place in the final against India. Captain Salman Ali Agha praised his team's exceptional quality, highlighting Shaheen Shah Afridi's all-round performance. Bangladesh's captain, Jaker Ali, attributed their loss to poor batting, despite commendable bowling efforts.

Pakistan faced a chaotic moment during their Asia Cup Super 4s match against Bangladesh, missing a simple run-out chance due to a fielding error. Despite Saim Ayub's brilliant effort, confusion and poor coordination allowed the batter to return to safety. This blunder highlighted Pakistan's struggles, compounded by a faltering batting performance that saw them post a total of 135 for eight.